![]() ![]() ![]() The trees are large and have a diameter of 2-3 ft (0.6-0.9 m) and have large irregular branches and a thick, rounded crown. It has pinnate (feather-like) leaves and appealing rotten bark which is scattered in thin flakes to expose a smooth and sinuous gray underbark. NOTE: We highly recommend that before using any herbal medications you should consult your health care provider or medical doctor for professional advice.ĭisclaimer: All herbs and spices listed on or sold for medical and household use only, again we advice that before using any HERBS for medical purposes, please consult your physician.Bursera simaruba (Gumbo Limbo, Tourist Tree, Torchwood, Dysentery Bark)īursera simaruba known as Gumbo Limbo is a medium-sized fast-growing tree which reaches 20-50 ft (6.1-15.2 m) in height. As natural medicine the barks are boiled in water and used in washing the skin to offer protection and treat infection. It has been used in treating skin infections, rushes and sores in which it has been so effective. In 1997 an American patent described Simaruba as having significant skin depigmentation activity and being able to offer protection to the skin against infections. It also increases the Keratinocyte differentiation and keeps the skin soft. The water extracts from Simaruba was increased hydration of the skin. In the United States Simaruba is widely used on the skin. Some countries find it very important in managing leukemia. In 1983 another substance, halacathone extracted from Simaruba barks demonstrated action against lymphocytic leukemia. More research was conducted and glaucarubinone, alianthinone, and dehydroglaucarubinone which are all Simaruba extracts demonstrated antileukimic actions. Research conducted by the National Cancer Institute indicated that extracts from Simaruba had toxic effects against cancer cells in very low doses. The quissinoids from the Simaruba also demonstrated clinical capability of killing some cancer cells. This was made possible by the same quissinoids that are active against malaria and amoeba. Studies done in 19 showed that Simaruba barks was active against herpes, influenza, polio, and vaccinia viruses. In Cuba many people use Simaruba tea in treating and protecting themselves against amoeba and diarrhea.Īs studies were being conducted about the antimalarial activity of the Simaruba, it was discovered that it could also be active against some viral infections. In the 1990’s more studies were conducted and it was demonstrated that the Simaruba could also kill Salmonella and shigella, organisms which cause diarrhea among others. In 1962 more research was conducted and it was demonstrated that Bursera Simaruba extracts killed Entamoeba histolytica. In 1994 the Merck Institute reported that it was 91.8% active against amoebic dysentery after a lengthy research. Conventional doctors in a military hospital in England proved that tea from the barks of this tree were active against amoebic dysentery. It has since been used in India and several other countries as a remedy to malaria.Īfter a long period of time of use of the Bursera simaruba, its activity against amoeba has been validated. Studies conducted between 19 showed that the three quisinoids (ailanthinone, glaucarubinone, and holacanthone) available in the simaruba were effective in treating both malaria invivo and invitro which are very resistant strains of malaria. Further study demonstrated that a dose of 1mg per kg body weight was very effective against malaria in human. In 1947 a group of scientists demonstrated that water extract from the bark of Bursera Simaruba was active against malaria in chicken. ![]() The Bursera Simaruba is very active against malaria. It contains a lot of extracts which have pharmacological action to the body and can treat a number of conditions. Its bark has been used as natural medicine in the tropics. The Bursera simaruba tree commonly known as the gumbo limbo or the gum tree has several benefits to human health. Medicinal uses of Gumbo Limbo, Copper Wood (BURSERA SIMARUBA) barks ![]()
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